The Shadow of Chancellor of the Exchequer, John McDonnell MP has endorsed Councillor Alan Hall’s bid to be the next Labour Mayor of Lewisham. He said:

“Alan is the Mayor that Lewisham needs. Someone who is committed to tackling the key issues facing the community. He has my support”

On hearing the news, Councillor Alan Hall said: “I am very grateful for John McDonnall, MP the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer’s support. We must be ambitious for Lewisham and I will work with the Labour Leadership team to achieve the change Lewisham needs.”